Czinger Vehicles is pursuing a Nürburging lap record attempt with its 21C hypercar. The Los Angeles-based manufacturer believes the twin-turbocharged, 1,233-horsepower machine has legitimate shot at dethroning current production car record holders on the notorious 12.9-mile German circuit.
Founder and CEO Kevin Czinger stated the company wants to capitalize on the 21C's extreme performance credentials. The hypercar weighs just 1,218 pounds and generates 1.28 Gs of lateral acceleration, making it one of the lightest and most agile vehicles ever produced. Czinger's confidence stems from the car's track-proven handling balance and its raw power output, which rivals hypercars costing three times more.
The Green Hell represents the ultimate automotive proving ground. Current production car records fall to machines like the Porsche 911 GT2 RS, which posted a 6:47.3 lap in 2018. Czinger's attempt would require precise execution on a circuit where minor mistakes prove costly. Wet conditions, variable grip levels, and the track's relentless elevation changes demand both setup precision and driver skill.
The 21C already demonstrated exceptional capability during development testing. Its advanced composite construction, active aerodynamics, and mid-engine layout create inherent advantages for lap time hunting. Only 80 examples of the 21C will be built, with each commanding roughly $3.2 million.
This move follows a broader trend of hypercar manufacturers seeking track validation. Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Porsche have all pursued lap records recently, recognizing that Nürburging performance translates directly to marketing credibility and resale value. For Czinger, an independent startup competing against established marques, a record attempt offers rare visibility in a crowded luxury segment